Ultimate Chocolate Indulgence Cookies
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of Ultimate Chocolate Indulgence Cookies! This easy-to-follow recipe blends the luxurious taste of devil's food cake mix with semi-sweet chocolate chips and your choice of chopped pecans or walnuts for a deliciously chewy texture. Perfect for chocolate lovers, these cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and are ideal for sharing at parties, gatherings, or as a delightful treat for yourself. Bake up a batch and experience the joy of homemade chocolate cookies that are simply irresistible!
30
Servings
84
Calories
5
Ingredients
Ingredients
Duncan Hines Moist Deluxe Devil's Food Cake Mix
1 box (unopened)
Vegetable Oil
1/2 cup (measured)
Medium Eggs
2 (beaten)
Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips
1 cup (measured)
Pecans or Walnuts
1/2 cup (chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, vegetable oil, and beaten eggs. Stir until the mixture is well blended and smooth.
3
Add the semi-sweet chocolate chips and chopped nuts to the batter, mixing until evenly distributed.
4
Using your hands or a spoon, form the cookie dough into small balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
5
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes. The cookies will appear soft and slightly underbaked, but don’t worry; they will continue to firm up as they cool.
6
Allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 1 minute before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
4.2g
Fat
11g
Carbs
0.3g
Protein
4.7g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary flavor of these cookies?
The primary flavor is rich and decadent chocolate, specifically from devil's food cake mix.
What specific cake mix is recommended?
The recipe suggests using one box of Duncan Hines Moist Deluxe Devil's Food Cake Mix.
How many eggs are required for this recipe?
You will need 2 medium-sized eggs, which should be beaten before mixing into the batter.
What type of oil should be used?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of measured vegetable oil.
What kinds of nuts can be added for texture?
You can add 1/2 cup of either chopped pecans or walnuts to the dough.
What temperature should I preheat my oven to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How long should the cookies be baked?
Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes approximately 30 cookies.
What is the suggested size for the cookie dough balls?
Form the dough into small balls approximately 1 inch in diameter.
How far apart should the cookies be placed on the baking sheet?
Place the dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
What should I line the baking sheet with?
Line your baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure the cookies do not stick.
Why do the cookies look soft when I remove them from the oven?
The cookies will appear soft and slightly underbaked but will continue to firm up as they cool.
How long should I let the cookies rest on the baking sheet?
Allow the cookies to rest on the sheet for 1 minute before moving them.
Where should the cookies be cooled after the initial rest?
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
What is the calorie count for one cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 84 calories.
How much fat is in each serving?
There is 4.2g of fat in each cookie.
How many grams of carbohydrates are in a cookie?
Each cookie has 11g of carbohydrates.
What is the sugar content per cookie?
There are 4.7g of sugar in each individual cookie.
Is there any protein in these cookies?
Yes, each cookie contains approximately 0.3g of protein.
Are these cookies suitable for parties?
Yes, they are described as ideal for sharing at parties, gatherings, or as a delightful treat.
What kind of chocolate chips are used?
The recipe specifies 1 cup of measured semi-sweet chocolate chips.
How many ingredients are needed in total?
There are 5 main ingredients in this recipe.
Can I make these cookies without nuts?
Yes, while the recipe suggests pecans or walnuts, you can omit them if you prefer a nut-free cookie.
What is the texture of these cookies?
These cookies have a deliciously chewy texture thanks to the cake mix base.
Do I need a cake mix to make these?
Yes, this specific recipe uses a box of devil's food cake mix as the primary base.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, it is an easy-to-follow recipe that simplifies baking using a cake mix.
Should the eggs be beaten?
Yes, the instructions specify using 2 beaten eggs.
What are the primary tags for this recipe?
The primary tags include chocolate cookies, easy dessert, devil's food, and baking.
Is the serving size defined?
The recipe yields 30 servings, with each cookie counting as one serving.
How do I mix the chocolate chips into the batter?
Add the chocolate chips and nuts after the cake mix, oil, and eggs are blended, mixing until evenly distributed.